Claris Kimani
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over three years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including complex continuing care, mental health, renal transplant, and public health programs. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care, collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and adapt to dynamic environments. Skilled in comprehensive patient assessments, medication administration, and patient and family education. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and promoting health and well-being through evidence-based practices.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Complex Continuing Care/ Mental Health Unit
Carewest
05.2021 - Current
- Responsible for completing comprehensive client assessments, developing, and implementing client plans/care that address both physical and psycho-social care needs
- Monitors on-going client care and condition to ensure optimum functioning and assumes professional accountability for complex/unstable clients
- Administers prescribed medications, supervises the delivery of medications by unregulated staff and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team
- Teaches, counsels and advocates to enhance health and well-being of clients and families
Registered Nurse, Unit 37, Renal Transplant
Foothills Medical Centre
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Demonstrate excellent assessment, interpersonal, and organizational skills as required
- Utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families
- Perform various skills within my scope of practice ensuring safe practice of nursing care
- Responsible for 4-6 patient assignments, all aspects of care, and documentation
- Collaborate with other health care professionals to provide excellent patient care
- Refined nursing skills, decision making, knowledge and understanding of the nursing role
Registered Nurse, Influenza Program
Alberta Health Services
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Interact and communicate effectively with diverse clients of various cultures, ages, and socioeconomic status
- Giving the covid-19 vaccination to the general population of all ages as per protocol
- Use meditech to record clients’ immunization records
- Answering client’s questions, providing pre and post education on Covid-19 immunizations (symptoms to expect after the vaccine and what to do)
- Assessing clients before giving the vaccine to determine eligibility
Resident Care Aide (casual)
Vantage Living Brandts Creek Mews
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided daily living assistance to residents, ensuring safe practice procedures.
- Facilitated resident participation in recreational activities within the facility.
- Assisted with meal service, feeding, and post-meal cleanup.
- Maintained accurate daily flow sheets using the Point of Care (POC) system.
- Conducted client transfers using ceiling lifts and hygiene slings, and performed showers and total bed baths.
Resident Care Aide (casual)
The Brenda Strafford Organization
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, ensuring adherence to safe practice procedures.
- Supported residents in ambulation to attend recreational activities within the facility.
- Assisted in serving, feeding, and cleanup of resident meals.
- Completed daily flow sheets using Point of Care (POC) system.
- Transferred clients using ceiling lifts and hygiene slings, performed showers, and total bed baths.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB08-2025
Graduate Certificate - Contemporary Topics in Aging
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB08-2024
Graduate Certificate - Palliative and End of Life Care
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of British Columbia
Kelowna, BC06.2021
Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Care: Proven ability to evaluate patients, identify appropriate nursing care, and develop comprehensive care plans
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate patient care
- Medication Administration: Experienced in administering prescribed medications and treatments, and monitoring patient responses
- Patient and Family Education: Proficient in educating and counseling patients and their families on health-related topics
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in dynamic healthcare environments
- Effective Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, maintaining collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Flexible with patient routines and shift coverage, including holidays and weekends
Community Involvement
Volunteer, Peter Lougheed Hospital (Gift Shop) Calgary, AB April 2019 – September 2019
- Assisted in organizing and managing events held at the hospital.
- Maintained store cleanliness and ensured a welcoming environment for visitors and patients.
- Interacted with visitors and patients, providing assistance and information as needed.
- Managed sales transactions and inventory in the gift shop.
Volunteer, Alberta Children’s Hospital (Gift Shop) Calgary, AB June 2014 – January 2015
- Supported event organization and management within the hospital.
- Ensured the gift shop was clean and inviting for visitors and patients.
- Engaged with visitors and patients, offering assistance and information.
- Handled sales transactions and maintained inventory in the gift shop.
Certification
- [Name of Certification] [Issuing Organization] [Year Month]
- [Area of certification]
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Unit 37, Renal Transplant
Foothills Medical Centre
03.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Complex Continuing Care/ Mental Health Unit
Carewest
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Influenza Program
Alberta Health Services
04.2021 - 10.2022
Resident Care Aide (casual)
The Brenda Strafford Organization
04.2020 - 08.2020
Resident Care Aide (casual)
Vantage Living Brandts Creek Mews
08.2018 - 04.2021
Graduate Certificate - Palliative and End of Life Care
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of British Columbia
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Calgary
Graduate Certificate - Contemporary Topics in Aging
University of Calgary
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